Malek, music are the stars of too-formulaic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ (Movie review)
Prior to seeing “Bohemian Rhapsody” (2018), I was hardly a Queen fan. The band’s popularity had faded before I was old enough to appreciate it, and growing up, their music was not something I was into. My knowledge of Queen was limited to knowing they had a handful of decent songs and a few overplayed stadium
‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ reviews
John’s “X-Men: Days of Future Past” review, johnvhansen.com, May 27, 2014 John’s “X-Men: Days of Future Past — The Rogue Cut” review, johnvhansen.com, Aug. 9, 2015
‘X2: X-Men United’ reviews
John’s “X2: X-Men United” review, Brainerd Dispatch, May 8, 2003 John’s “X2: X-Men United” flashback review, johnvhansen.com, June 16, 2014
‘X-Men’ reviews
John’s “X-Men” flashback review, johnvhansen.com, June 14, 2014 “X-Men” – From the opening scenes showing the backgrounds of three main characters to the final epic battle atop the Statue of Liberty, it’s clear that director Bryan Singer (“Apt Pupil”) is displaying his talent for delivering compelling characters. Like the comics, the film takes itself seriously
‘Apt Pupil’ review
“Apt Pupil” – Fascinated by Hitler’s Germany, a young student (Brad Renfro) discovers the nature of evil from an ex-Nazi. Bryan Singer’s film is a deliciously depressing tale about a fascinating subject, bursting with themes on the nature of evil: “How and why does a person become evil?,” “Do we all have the potential for
Superman awkwardly ‘Returns’ (2006) in Singer’s relaunch
Superhero movie flashback (Review): This is (sort of) the fifth movie in the series that started with Reeve.
‘Apocalypse’ is another fun ‘X-Men’ romp
Movie review: A mix of old favorites and fresh faces make this another fun romp.
‘Rogue Cut’ makes ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ (2014) even better
‘X-Men’ flashback (Movie review): “The Rogue Cut” brings an overlooked character back into the picture.
‘X2: X-Men United’ (2003) is a big commercial for itself
‘X-Men’ flashback (Movie review): Bryan Singer’s sequel is like a big commercial for itself.
‘X-Men’ (2000) makes superhero flicks fun again
‘X-Men’ flashback (Movie review): Singer’s “X-Men” ushers in a fun new era of superhero flicks.